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Great Escape Floatation & Wellness Center
4.4 ★★★★☆ 24 Google reviews · Float tank center in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Plan your float
- Tank type float pods
- First-timer friendly they walk new floaters through everything — no experience needed
- Today see hours ·
- Book & prices greatescapefloatation.com — see live availability and current rates
- Phone (570) 266-0383
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 12–8 PM |
| Friday | 12–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–7 PM |
The tanks & rooms here
The classic enclosed capsule with a hinged lid. Deepest sensory deprivation; you lie down and pull the lid to.
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What floaters say
“The private room was very clean and supplied with essential items that you may need for the float.”
“Those disappointed by the "size" of the facility seem to be grumbling about the minute or two spent outside of the tank instead of the hour of relaxation spent inside of it.”
“The private room was very clean and supplied with essential items that you may need for the float.”
“The staff was friendly, professional, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire visit.”
“If you go on Groupon you may be able to find an offer) While you're in the pod, they give you the ability to control LED lighting and "New Age Genre" meditative style music.”
“I was weightless and free.”
From the reviews
My float was a very relaxing, peaceful and meditative experience. I'm looking forward to doing it again soon! The staff was great! :)
What a wonderful experience at Great Escapes Floatation and Wellness Center! From the moment I walked in, the environment was clean, welcoming, and incredibly relaxing. The staff was friendly, professional, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire visit. The whole experience exceeded my expectations.
While the accommodations are quaint, the float center really isn't about anything beyond the tank itself, which is quite an experience. Those disappointed by the "size" of the facility seem to be grumbling about the minute or two spent outside of the tank instead of the hour of relaxation spent inside of it.
I gifted my Dad a float here for Christmas. He said it was relaxing floating and did feel better that night afterwards although he wished the water was a tad warmer. However I was surprised to see it was in a basement.. basically in a closet. Even so, probably would go back again for another float.
Your first float at Great Escape Floatation & Wellness Center
Never floated before? Almost no one has their first time, and a good center expects it. Here's what to know. What it is: you float effortlessly in about ten inches of skin-temperature water saturated with around 1,000 lbs of Epsom salt — so dense you cannot sink. In the dark and quiet, with no light, sound, or gravity to react to, your nervous system downshifts. Before you come: don't shave or wax for a day beforehand (salt stings fresh cuts — they'll have barrier ointment if you nick yourself), skip caffeine, eat a light meal an hour or two before, and remove contacts. If you colored your hair recently, wait a few days. In the tank: shower first, put earplugs in before you get wet, and keep a fresh-water spray bottle within reach for salt in the eyes. You can leave the light or music on until you settle, then turn them off from inside. Hold your arms out for the first 20–30 seconds to stop bobbing, then let go. It takes a few tries — the first 20 minutes are usually your mind winding down. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to shower and get oriented.
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